About BSc (Honours) Mathematics

From economic policy to scientific advancement, mathematics is indispensable to modern life. This degree course will give you a good understanding of pure and applied mathematics at an advanced level, and enhance your career prospects in a huge array of fields. Youll cover a wide range of topics, from the abstract to how mathematics is used in the real world, and develop a secure understanding of mathematical concepts and approaches. Through your study of the BSc (Honours) Mathematics youll gain: a broad understanding of, and practice with, basic ideas of modern pure mathematics (including analysis, linear algebra and group theory) a broad understanding of, and practice in using, basic tools of applied mathematics (including mathematical methods, mathematical modelling and numerical analysis) an appreciation of the role and construction of rigorous proof in mathematics familiarity with the use of mathematical software experience of communicating mathematical arguments and conclusions.